¹⁷ A friend is always loyal,
    and a brother is born to help in time of need.

¹⁹ An offended friend is harder to win back than a fortified city.
    Arguments separate friends like a gate locked with bars.

²⁴ There are “friends” who destroy each other,
    but a real friend sticks closer than a brother.

⁸ To acquire wisdom is to love yourself;
    people who cherish understanding will prosper.

²⁸ Unfailing love and faithfulness protect the king;
    his throne is made secure through love.

¹⁷ Those who love pleasure become poor;
    those who love wine and luxury will never be rich.

²¹ Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love
    will find life, righteousness, and honor.

⁵ An open rebuke
    is better than hidden love!

⁶ Wounds from a sincere friend
    are better than many kisses from an enemy.

⁹ The heartfelt counsel of a friend
    is as sweet as perfume and incense.

¹⁰ Never abandon a friend—
    either yours or your father’s.
When disaster strikes, you won’t have to ask your brother for assistance.
    It’s better to go to a neighbor than to a brother who lives far away.

³ The man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,
    but if he hangs around with prostitutes, his wealth is wasted.